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Laboratory Manager jobs are open across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, academic research, and environmental testing, from entry-level lab supervisor roles to senior and director-level positions, with specializations in clinical diagnostics, quality assurance, and research operations. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Why Work at BYU
At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission : "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."
We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.
Belonging Statement
United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.
Employment Requirements
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.
In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards . Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.
**The last day to submit an application for this position is November 16, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. **
Anatomy Laboratory Manager – School of Medicine
The Anatomy Laboratory Manager coordinates work within the lab under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director and Anatomy Thread Leader. This role ensures excellence in anatomy education, laboratory operations, safety, and stewardship of cadaveric body donors. This position manages various aspects of laboratory function, including instructional support, personnel, facilities, and regulatory compliance, while actively contributing to the medical curriculum through collaboration with faculty.
This position is critical to the success of the School of Medicine, a new organization within BYU. As the school continues to launch and grow, a successful candidate must demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to take on evolving responsibilities and assignments to support its effective implementation and ongoing operations.
What you’ll do in this position:
Instruction & Academic Leadership
- Ensures that dissection, teaching, and laboratory-based assessments are aligned with learning objectives and coordinated with each of the organ system blocks under the direction of the Anatomy Thread Leader and Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Participates in teaching activities, including dissection, prosection-based instruction, small-group sessions, simulation-based learning, and office hours.
- Oversees the development and quality of prosections and other instructional materials under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Collaborates with faculty to support the creation and implementation of laboratory assessments, including quizzes, examinations, and practical sessions.
- Oversees the grading of anatomy laboratory assessments and enters student scores into the learning management system under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director. Trains and supervises the anatomy laboratory staff (TA’s, etc.) under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
Administration & Operations
- Provides day-to-day leadership for anatomy laboratory operations.
- Schedules the anatomy laboratory space, staff, and faculty for all School of Medicine educational activities.
- Ensures efficient workflow and operational support for teaching, research, and cadaver-donor program activities.
- Manages laboratory facilities and their upkeep, including equipment, storage systems, ventilation, and instructional technology.
- Oversees procurement, inventory, and maintenance of consumables, dissection instruments, PPE, preservation chemicals, and teaching resources.
- Oversees the use and maintenance of audiovisual and instructional technology within the anatomy laboratory.
- Assists the Anatomy Laboratory Director with cadaver-donor program operations, including tracking, chain-of-custody documentation, regulatory compliance, and oversight of cadaver-donor delivery, storage, placement, and preparation.
- Ensures the respectful, ethical, and appropriate use of cadaveric donors throughout all instructional activities.
- Prepares the wetting solution used to maintain the cadaver-donors. Provides support for the annual body donation memorial service under the direction of the Anatomy Thread Leader and Anatomy Laboratory Director.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensures full compliance with OSHA regulations, chemical hygiene standards, hazardous waste protocols, and institutional safety policies.
- Implements and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and emergency response plans under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Collaborates with Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management offices to support institutional safety initiatives.
- Provides training for faculty, staff, and students in safe anatomical laboratory practices and proper use of PPE under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Conducts routine inspections and maintains documentation to support internal audits and external regulatory reviews. Upholds the highest standards of respect, confidentiality, and professionalism in all cadaver donor-related activities.
What qualifies you for this role:
Required
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU and the School of Medicine.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e., Anatomy, Human biology, Zoology, Biological sciences, Physiology, etc.), and at least 2 years of experience in anatomical education and dissection.
- Alignment with and commitment to the mission, values, and spiritual aims of Brigham Young University and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Expertise in cadaveric dissection and anatomy laboratory instruction.
Preferred
What we offer in return:
This position comes with fantastic benefits , including:
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
- Access to athletic facilities
- Excellent medical/dental benefits
- Short/long term disability benefits
- Paid parental and maternity leave
- Wellness program
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Pay Grade: 53
Typical Starting Pay: $75,000-$97,000 annually
The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.
Why Work at BYU
At Brigham Young University (BYU), your work is an opportunity to contribute to a distinctive educational mission rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
As the flagship university of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, BYU strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. We are devoted to our faith, our students, and the University's Mission : "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."
We seek staff members who enthusiastically embrace and advance this unique mission. Across the university, staff bring their expertise and talents to work that helps students learn, grow, and thrive. A culture of covenant belonging, weekly devotionals, meaningful opportunities for learning and growth, and a beautiful and historic campus make BYU a distinctive and inspiring place to build a career.
Belonging Statement
United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values and embraces the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts across the BYU community. This richness strengthens our shared efforts to create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ.
Employment Requirements
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend to be hired and to remain in any position at BYU.
In hiring decisions, Brigham Young University lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards . Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university, which are aligned with the principles and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.
**The last day to submit an application for this position is November 16, 2026, by 11:59pm MST. **
Anatomy Laboratory Manager – School of Medicine
The Anatomy Laboratory Manager coordinates work within the lab under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director and Anatomy Thread Leader. This role ensures excellence in anatomy education, laboratory operations, safety, and stewardship of cadaveric body donors. This position manages various aspects of laboratory function, including instructional support, personnel, facilities, and regulatory compliance, while actively contributing to the medical curriculum through collaboration with faculty.
This position is critical to the success of the School of Medicine, a new organization within BYU. As the school continues to launch and grow, a successful candidate must demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to take on evolving responsibilities and assignments to support its effective implementation and ongoing operations.
What you’ll do in this position:
Instruction & Academic Leadership
- Ensures that dissection, teaching, and laboratory-based assessments are aligned with learning objectives and coordinated with each of the organ system blocks under the direction of the Anatomy Thread Leader and Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Participates in teaching activities, including dissection, prosection-based instruction, small-group sessions, simulation-based learning, and office hours.
- Oversees the development and quality of prosections and other instructional materials under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Collaborates with faculty to support the creation and implementation of laboratory assessments, including quizzes, examinations, and practical sessions.
- Oversees the grading of anatomy laboratory assessments and enters student scores into the learning management system under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director. Trains and supervises the anatomy laboratory staff (TA’s, etc.) under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
Administration & Operations
- Provides day-to-day leadership for anatomy laboratory operations.
- Schedules the anatomy laboratory space, staff, and faculty for all School of Medicine educational activities.
- Ensures efficient workflow and operational support for teaching, research, and cadaver-donor program activities.
- Manages laboratory facilities and their upkeep, including equipment, storage systems, ventilation, and instructional technology.
- Oversees procurement, inventory, and maintenance of consumables, dissection instruments, PPE, preservation chemicals, and teaching resources.
- Oversees the use and maintenance of audiovisual and instructional technology within the anatomy laboratory.
- Assists the Anatomy Laboratory Director with cadaver-donor program operations, including tracking, chain-of-custody documentation, regulatory compliance, and oversight of cadaver-donor delivery, storage, placement, and preparation.
- Ensures the respectful, ethical, and appropriate use of cadaveric donors throughout all instructional activities.
- Prepares the wetting solution used to maintain the cadaver-donors. Provides support for the annual body donation memorial service under the direction of the Anatomy Thread Leader and Anatomy Laboratory Director.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensures full compliance with OSHA regulations, chemical hygiene standards, hazardous waste protocols, and institutional safety policies.
- Implements and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and emergency response plans under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Collaborates with Environmental Health & Safety and Risk Management offices to support institutional safety initiatives.
- Provides training for faculty, staff, and students in safe anatomical laboratory practices and proper use of PPE under the direction of the Anatomy Laboratory Director.
- Conducts routine inspections and maintains documentation to support internal audits and external regulatory reviews. Upholds the highest standards of respect, confidentiality, and professionalism in all cadaver donor-related activities.
What qualifies you for this role:
Required
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU and the School of Medicine.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (i.e., Anatomy, Human biology, Zoology, Biological sciences, Physiology, etc.), and at least 2 years of experience in anatomical education and dissection.
- Alignment with and commitment to the mission, values, and spiritual aims of Brigham Young University and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Expertise in cadaveric dissection and anatomy laboratory instruction.
Preferred
What we offer in return:
This position comes with fantastic benefits , including:
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
- Access to athletic facilities
- Excellent medical/dental benefits
- Short/long term disability benefits
- Paid parental and maternity leave
- Wellness program
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Pay Grade: 53
Typical Starting Pay: $75,000-$97,000 annually
The actual compensation offered will take into consideration internal equity and may vary based on the candidate’s job-related experience, knowledge, skills, and other relevant factors. Candidates with very significant work-related experience may receive an offer higher than the posted typical range.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services20
- Education15
- Non-Profit & Social Services5
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Energy2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in laboratory manager jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant life science, chemistry, or clinical field
- Three or more years of supervisory or lead experience in a laboratory environment
- Working knowledge of CLIA, CAP, ISO 17025, or GLP regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with a Laboratory Information Management System such as LabVantage or SampleManager
- Demonstrated experience managing laboratory budgets, procurement, and vendor relationships
- Certification such as MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or equivalent credential preferred for clinical roles
Tips for Your Laboratory Manager Job Search
Quantify your compliance and audit outcomes
Hiring managers in lab settings want to see regulatory wins, not just responsibilities. Highlight specific CAP, CLIA, or ISO 17025 audit results you led, corrective actions you closed, and any reduction in nonconformances you drove in previous roles.
Tailor your resume to the lab type
A clinical lab manager resume needs to foreground CLIA compliance and LIS platforms, while a research lab manager resume should emphasize grant-funded project oversight and safety program ownership. Sending one generic document to both will hurt your response rate.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists laboratory manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by instrument and software stack
Many lab manager postings bury the required platforms deep in the description. Search for roles that name instruments or LIMS software you already know, such as LabVantage or SampleManager, so your application addresses those tools by name from the first paragraph.
Prepare scenario answers around staff performance
Interviewers for lab manager roles consistently ask how you've handled underperforming technicians or scheduling conflicts during short-staffed periods. Prepare two or three specific examples using the situation, action, and result format before your first interview.
Negotiate scope before title or start date
When you receive an offer, clarify budget authority, headcount approval rights, and which cross-functional teams you'll report into before accepting. Lab manager roles vary dramatically in actual authority, and scoping that early prevents friction in your first 90 days.
Laboratory Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most laboratory managers?
The companies hiring the most laboratory managers right now include Quest Diagnostics, Kaiser Permanente, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistently strong in healthcare systems, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical manufacturers.
How many laboratory manager jobs are remote?
About 18% of laboratory manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most lab environments. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are regulatory affairs oversight, LIMS administration, and quality management system roles that don't require daily bench presence.
How do you become a laboratory manager?
Most laboratory managers start as bench scientists or senior technicians and move into lead or supervisory roles before stepping into management. Building proficiency with a LIMS platform, gaining experience coordinating audits or inspections, and pursuing a relevant certification such as MT(ASCP) all strengthen the transition. Some employers also value a master's degree or an MBA with a science background for higher-level roles.
Can I get hired as a laboratory manager without management experience?
It's possible if you can demonstrate leadership through adjacent experience, such as mentoring junior staff, owning a compliance program, or leading an instrument qualification project. Applying to roles titled lab supervisor or lead scientist first is a practical path, since those positions build the direct supervisory record that hiring managers expect before promoting into a full manager title.
What does the laboratory manager interview process look like?
Most laboratory manager interviews involve an initial screen with HR or a talent partner, followed by a technical panel with department heads or senior scientists, and often a practical conversation about a past regulatory or staffing challenge. Some organizations add a tour of the facility or a meeting with the team you'd be managing. Expect at least two rounds before an offer stage.
Where can I find and apply to laboratory manager jobs?
You can find and apply to laboratory manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the results on this page.
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